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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa forward Patrick McCaffery walks toward his team after a timeout call during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes in overtime, 78-75.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Patrick McCaffery out indefinitely to focus on mental health

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 3, 2023

Iowa men's basketball junior forward Patrick McCaffery will be out indefinitely to focus on his mental health, Iowa men's basketball said in a release Tuesday. “I have been battling anxiety for...

Iowa quarterback Carson May throws a pass during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Iowa introduced its 2022 kid captains before the team practiced in front of fans. The freshman from Oklahoma was a 3-star recruited by schools including Baylor and Colorado.

Iowa football quarterback Carson May to enter transfer portal

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 3, 2023

Iowa true freshman quarterback Carson May entered the transfer portal Tuesday morning, he announced on Twitter. https://twitter.com/carsonmay_3/status/1610321233849249797?s=46&t=NDPvQDnQQ5G_ou9_Jb6yDg   May,...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022. The Hawkeyes became the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl champions after defeating the Wildcats, 21-0.

Iowa football punter Tory Taylor announces return for fourth season

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 31, 2022

Iowa football punter Tory Taylor was 85 percent set on moving up to the NFL a month ago. But after conversations with his coaches and family, he decided to return to Iowa for a fourth year with the...

Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa runs the ball toward the end zone for a touchdown after an interception during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Music City Magic | Two pick sixes propel Iowa football to bowl victory over Kentucky

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 31, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Iowa football downed Kentucky, 21-0, in the 2022 Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium Saturday. The Hawkeyes avenged their 20-17 loss to the Wildcats in the 2022 Citrus Bowl in Orlando. Both...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta hands the ball off to Iowa running back Leshon Williams in a practice play during a 2022 Transperfect Music City Bowl Iowa football practice at Franklin Road Academy in Nashville, Tenn., on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Kentucky in the Music City Bowl

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 31, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Iowa football will play its final game of the season Saturday against Kentucky in the Music City Bowl. The Wildcats and Hawkeyes are meeting for the second consecutive bowl season...

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta listens to Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speak during a joint coaches press conference for the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Gaylord Resort and Convention Center in Nashville on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022.

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta reiterates support for Iowa Swarm Collective despite differing opinions

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 30, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Iowa Swarm collective — a group that helps student-athletes leverage name, image, and likeness opportunities — grew frustrated with Iowa Athletics earlier this week, noting...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras and wide receiver Nico Ragaini watch action during a 2022 Transperfect Music City Bowl Iowa football practice at Franklin Road Academy in Nashville, Tenn., on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022.

Iowa football quarterback Spencer Petras keeping options open after shoulder surgery

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 29, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Quarterback Spencer Petras helped Iowa football beat Kentucky in a sing-off at Wildhorse Saloon Wednesday night. The 6-foot-5, 231-pound right-hander collaborated with his teammates...

Iowa defensive back Riley Moss walks to the field during a 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl Iowa football practice at Franklin Road Academy in Nashville, Tenn., on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022. Iowa and Kentucky matchup in the 2022 Transperfect Music City Bowl on News Years’ Eve in Nissan Stadium.

Defensive back Riley Moss embracing opportunity to play one final game for Iowa football

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 28, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Defensive back Riley Moss has been playing for the Iowa football team since 2018, and he’ll suit up in the Black and Gold for the last time when the Hawkeyes play the Kentucky...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta and Iowa quarterback Joe Labas practice snaps during a 2022 Transperfect Music City Bowl Iowa football practice at Franklin Road Academy in Nashville, Tenn., on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022. LaPorta will serve as the Hawkeyes' emergency backup quarterback during the 2022 Transperfect Music City Bowl on Saturday.

Iowa football tight end Sam LaPorta to serve as emergency backup quarterback in Music City Bowl after recovering from injury

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 27, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Iowa football tight end Sam LaPorta will be pulling double-duty on Saturday at the Music City Bowl.  The senior pass-catcher confirmed Tuesday he will be the emergency backup...

Iowa quarterback Joe Labas poses for a portrait during Iowa football media day at Iowa football’s practice facility on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022.

Iowa football quarterback Joe Labas comfortable with playbook, prepared for first career start in Music City Bowl

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 22, 2022

When redshirt freshman Joe Labas found out he was starting quarterback for the Music City Bowl, his first call was to his parents. Labas, who acted as the third-string quarterback throughout the...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks to referees nearby during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz talks 2023 recruiting class, Kadyn Proctor’s decommitment

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 21, 2022

Despite five-star offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor’s recent decommitment, Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz said he’s excited for his 2023 recruiting class. The Hawkeyes signed 23 players...

Southeast Polk lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) takes in the final seconds of the Class 5A playoff championships on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls. The Rams defeated the Tigers, 49-14.

Five-star offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor flips commitment from Iowa football to Alabama

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 20, 2022

Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor is no longer committed to Iowa football, he announced Tuesday. Proctor, a five-star recruit from Southeast Polk High School in Des Moines, flipped his commitment...